Eaton has appointed Dan T. Simpson as president of Global Energy Infrastructure Solutions (GEIS), effective July 6, 2026. Simpson will lead the company's global GEIS business, which focuses on the safe, reliable, and efficient energy enablement of electrical infrastructure. He succeeds Matt Hockman, who recently transitioned to the role of president of Assemblies and Residential Solutions within the Electrical Sector.

Simpson will report directly to Heath Monesmith, president and chief operating officer of the Electrical Sector at Eaton. He joins Eaton from The Shaw Group, where he served as CEO. His prior experience includes over a decade at Siemens Energy and Dresser-Rand, where he held senior leadership roles in operations, global solutions, and program management.

Before joining Dresser-Rand in 2010, Simpson was director of Operations and Service at Honeywell International, overseeing projects and service delivery across the Asia Pacific region. His early career spanned eight years in the downstream oil and gas engineering and construction industry with Kellogg Brown & Root.

Executive Background

Simpson holds a bachelor’s degree in Construction Science from Texas A&M University. Heath Monesmith highlighted Simpson's extensive global experience across manufacturing, engineering, and industrial operations, noting his reputation for leading complex businesses and driving results.

Company Overview

Eaton is an intelligent power management company serving customers in data center, utility, industrial, commercial, institutional, machine building, residential, aerospace, and mobility markets. The company reported revenues of $27.4 billion in 2025 and operates in 180 countries. Founded in 1911, Eaton focuses on electrification and digitalization to address power management challenges.

Intelligent power management company Eaton has reduced its Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 40% since 2018, up from 35% in 2024. The company announced this progress in its 2025 Sustainability Report, highlighting its commitment to a Science Based Target initiative (SBTi)-validated net-zero emissions target for 2050. Eaton serves customers in 180 countries and reported revenues of $27.4 billion in 2025.

Sustainability and Operational Progress

Eaton has achieved significant milestones in waste and water management alongside its emission reductions. The company certified 86% of its sites as zero waste to landfill and implemented water mitigation measures at water-stressed locations. These efforts are part of a broader strategy to help customers operate more efficiently, strengthen resilience, and reduce environmental impact.

Investment in Innovation

To support its sustainability goals, Eaton has invested $2.1 billion in research and development since 2020, an increase from $1.7 billion in 2024. The company is progressing toward a goal to invest $3 billion by 2030. This funding focuses on products that enhance energy efficiency, improve safety, and increase asset productivity.

Product Performance

Eaton reported that 96% of its new products achieved a ‘Performer’ rating, which is the company’s standard for improved sustainability product performance. Harold Jones, chief of staff and chief sustainability officer at Eaton, emphasized that the company is focused on translating progress into practical solutions for customers to help them manage power more efficiently.

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